light JEEP COMMANDER 2010 1.G User Guide
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC.......... 2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT.............. 4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .......... 6
GETTING STARTED
KEYFOB .................. 8
THEFT ALARM............... 9
SEAT BELT ................. 9
FRONT SEATS ...............10
REAR SEATS ................13
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN ..................15
ADJUSTABLE PEDALS ...........16
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES .......16
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER .......17
WIPER/WASHER LEVER ..........18
SPEED CONTROL LEVER .........19
ELECTRONIC RANGE SELECT (ERS) . . . 20
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS ......20
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
(ATC) ....................21
PARKSENSE
®REAR PARK ASSIST ....22
PARKVIEW®REAR BACK-UP CAMERA . . 22
POWER LIFTGATE .............23
LIFTGATE FLIPPER GLASS ........23
POWER SUNROOF .............23
WIND BUFFETING .............24
ELECTRONICS
NON-TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS ......25
TOUCH-SCREEN RADIOS .........27
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS ........31
VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
(VES)™ ...................31
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ...............33
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER . . . 33
POWER INVERTER .............34
POWER OUTLET ..............35
uconnect™ phone .............35
VOICE RECOGNITION ............37
OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE OPERATION .....38
UTILITY
INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENTS . . 40
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)........41
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.) ............42
BRAKE/TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK
MANUAL OVERRIDE ............43
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE ......44
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING
LIGHTS ...................44
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .......47
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ......48
JUMP-STARTING ..............51
EMERGENCY TOW HOOKS .........53
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......54
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ......55
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD............56
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .........57
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES .........59
MAINTENANCE CHART ..........60
FUSES ...................62
TIRE PRESSURES .............67
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE .....68
EXTERIOR BULBS .............68
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER
CENTER...................69
CHRYSLER CANADA INC. CUSTOMER
CENTER ...................69
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED ..................69
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........69
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN
THE 50 UNITED STATES AND
WASHINGTON, D.C. ............70
TIRE WARRANTY ..............70
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
MOPAR®ACCESSORIES..........73
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light**
- Oil Pressure Warning Light**
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light**
- Airbag Warning Light**
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
- Brake Warning Light**
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)**
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Brake Assist System(BAS) Warning Light**
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Vehicle Security Indicator*
- TOW/HAUL Indicator
- 4WD LOW Indicator
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Traction ControlSystem (TCS) Indicator
- Cruise Indicator
* If equipped
** Bulb Check with Key On
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS LEVER
Headlights/Parking Lights
• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights, the second detent
for headlights
and the third detent for AUTO.
• When set to AUTO, the system automatically turns the headlights on or off based on ambient light levels.
SmartBeams™
• Automatically controls the use of the headlight high beams.
Instrument Panel Dimmer
• Rotate the center portion of the lever to the extreme bottom position to fully dim theinstrument panel lights and prevent the interior lights from illuminating when a door is
opened.
• Rotate the center portion of the lever up to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the next detent position to brighten the odometer and radio controls when the parking lights or headlights are on.
• Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the last detent to turn on the interior lighting.
Flash To Pass
• Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will remain on untilthe lever is released.
High Beam Operation
• Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.
NOTE: For safe driving, turn off high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent
headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
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Fog Lights
• Turn on the parking lights or low beam headlights and pull out the end of the lever.
Turn Signals/Lane Change Assist
• Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times andautomatically turn off.
WIPER/WASHER LEVER
Front Wipers
Intermittent, Low And High Operation
• Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent position for one of five intermittent settings,the second detent for low wiper operation and the third detent for high wiper operation.
Washer Operation
• Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired.
Mist
• Pull down on the lever and release when a single wipe is desired.
Rain Sensing Wipers
• This feature senses moisture on the vehicle's windshield and automatically activates thewipers for the driver when the switch is in the intermittent position.
Rear Wiper
Wiper Operation
• Rotate the center portion of the lever forward to the first detent for rear wiper operation.
Washer Operation
• Rotate the center portion of the lever past the first detent to activate the rear washer.
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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)
Automatic Operation
• Turn the Mode Control to the AUTO position and the Blower Control to either LO AUTO orHIGH AUTO position.
• Select the desired temperature by rotating the temperature controls for the driver or passenger.
• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.
Air Conditioning (A/C)
• If the air conditioning button is pressed while in AUTO mode, the indicator light may flash three times to indicate the air conditioning is being controlled automatically.
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation button off.
• If the recirculation button is pressed while in the AUTO mode, the indicator light mayflash three times to indicate the cabin air is being controlled automatically.
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Shifting Procedures
4WD HI To 4WD LOW
• With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph(0 to 5 km/h), key ON or engine
running, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL, and raise the transfer case
T-handle. The “4WD LOW” indicator
light in the instrument cluster will
begin to flash and remain on solid
when the shift is complete. Release the
T-handle.
• Shifting into or out of 4WD LOW is possible with the vehicle completely
stopped; however, difficulty may occur
due to the mating clutch teeth not being
properly aligned. Several attempts may
be required for clutch teeth alignment
and shift completion to occur. The
preferred method is with the vehicle
rolling 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h). If the
vehicle is moving faster than 3 mph
(5 km/h), the transfer case will not
allow the shift.
4WD LOW To 4WD HI
• With the vehicle at speeds of 0 to 3 mph(0 to 5 km/h), key ON or engine
running, shift the transmission into
NEUTRAL, and raise the transfer case
T-handle. The “4WD LOW” indicator
light in the instrument cluster will flash
and go out when the shift is complete.
Release the T-handle.
NEUTRAL Shift Procedure
• Key ON, engine off.
• Vehicle stopped, with foot on brake.
• Place the transmission into NEUTRAL.
• Hold down the NEUTRAL “pin” switch
(with a pen, etc.) for four seconds until
the LED light by the switch starts to
blink indicating shift in progress. The
light will stop blinking (stay on solid)
when the NEUTRAL shift is complete. A
“4WD SYSTEM IN NEUTRAL” message
will display on the Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC).
• Repeat these Steps to shift out of NEUTRAL.
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OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES
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24 HOUR TOWING ASSISTANCE
• Dial toll-free 1-800-521-2779.
• Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.
• Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival. If youfeel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent, we will
contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light
• If this indicator light flashes during acceleration, apply as little throttle as possible. Whiledriving, ease up on the accelerator. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road
conditions. To improve the vehicles traction when starting off in deep snow, sand or
gravel, it may be desirable to switch the ESP system off.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
• A Tire Pressure Monitoring Light and a “low tire” message will display in your instrumentcluster along with an audible chime if one or more of your vehicle’s four road tires are
significantly under-inflated.
• Check the inflation pressure of each tire and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and
Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening. The TPMS light
should not be used as a tire pressure gauge when adjusting your tire pressure.
• It is recommended that you check the tire pressure in the morning when tires are cool; inflate each tire to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The light will turn off
after your vehicle’s tire pressures are properly inflated and the pressure has been
recognized. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph
(25 km/h) before the light will turn off.
• Temperature changes can affect tire pressure, causing the TPMS light to turn on. Tire pressures will also increase as the vehicle is driven – this is normal and you should not
adjust for this increased pressure.
• Driving on under-inflated tires reduces your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and tire tread life. If a spare tire is in use on the vehicle, the TPMS light may turn on.
- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or theparking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it
indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock
Brake System problem.
• We recommend you drive to the nearest Service Center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
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WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system
may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have an accident.
Have the vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., mayilluminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally
and not require towing.
• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend
you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible if this
occurs.
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator Light/Brake Assist
System (BAS) Warning Light
• If the ESP/BAS warning light comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected.
• If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), we recommend you
drive to the nearest Service Center as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed
and corrected.
- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system lightremains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop thevehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four minutes
when this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommendyou drive to the nearest Service Center and have the system serviced as soon as
possible.
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- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle theignition key when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the
PARK position; the light should turn off.
• If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is flashing
when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience
reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may
require towing.
- Airbag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommendyou drive to the nearest Service Center and have the system serviced as soon as
possible.
Fuel Cap/Loose Gas Cap Message
• If a “gas cap” message (shown as Check Gascap) appears, tighten the gas cap until a“clicking” sound is heard.
• If the message continues to appear for more than three days after tightening the gas cap, see your dealer.
Oil Change Indicator
Message
• If an “oil change” message (shown as Oil Change Required) appears and a single chimesounds, it is time for your next required oil change.
Resetting The Light After Servicing
• Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position (do not start engine).
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times within 10 seconds.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF/LOCK position.
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